December weather forecast
Arlington, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Arlington, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Arlington sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). During December, the temperature in Arlington is averaged to a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Arlington, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, February, November and December Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Arlington, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.3 snowfall days, and 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Arlington?

December temperatures in Arlington, Illinois, vary between a high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Arlington?

In Arlington, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month in Arlington?

The months with the least rainfall in Arlington, Illinois, are January, February, November and December Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Arlington in December?

In Arlington, during December, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Arlington?

In Arlington, Illinois, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Arlington?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Arlington.

What is the average length of the day in December in Arlington?

In Arlington, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Arlington?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Arlington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Arlington?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Arlington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Arlington, Illinois, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Arlington, IL

Average temperature in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Arlington, IL

Average pressure in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Arlington, IL

Average wind speed in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Arlington, IL

Average humidity in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Arlington, IL

Average rainfall in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Arlington, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arlington, IL

Average snowfall in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arlington, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arlington, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arlington, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Arlington, IL

Average UV index in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Arlington, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Arlington, IL

Average visibility in December - Arlington, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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